MagicCon: Chicago Black Lotus VIP
MagicCon: Chicago Black Lotus VIP
Welcome to the MagicCon Black Lotus VIP Experience! As a Black Lotus VIP, you'll enjoy exclusive access to special events, premium merchandise, and behind-the-scenes experiences that will elevate your convention adventure. Connect with fellow fans, participate in unique tournaments, and meet special guests from the Magic community. Whether you're a seasoned planeswalker or a curious newcomer, this is your chance to immerse yourself in all things Magic in a way that's truly unforgettable.
Black Lotus VIP Lounge: Rooms 450a & 450b
Event Locations – All events listed below will take place in the Black Lotus VIP lounge!
Black Lotus VIP Lounge Schedule
- 12:00 PM - Lounge Opens
- Check into the lounge! Pick up all of your ticketed merchandise and sealed event product for the weekend.
- Black Lotus MagicCon: Chicago Sealed Event Product Pick-up and Play Beings
- Black Lotus Progressive Sealed Event: Starting on Thursday, pick up 4 packs of Aether Drift play boosters and build a 40-card deck. Play at least 2 games each day, Friday through Sunday to add an additional Aether Drift play booster to your pool the following day. Playing 6 games will earn you additional boosters on Sunday. The final chance to claim any earned booster prizing is Sunday at 5:00pm. Look out for Wizards staff and special guests, playing and defeating them in the lounge will earn you additional prizes!
- 3:00 PM– 4:00 PM: Black Lotus Make the Unknown Planechase card
- Principal Game Designer Gavin Verhey joins Melissa De Tora and the casual play design team in bringing you this exclusive experience exclusively to Black Lotus badge holders
- 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM, Room 450a: Welcome Reception with Wizards of the Coast Guests
- Join members of the Wizards of the Coast during this casual mixer. Have a chat, grab a signature or discuss game strategy and design. This is your time to socialize with the makers of the world’s best card game! Light food and two (2) drink tickets will be provided.
- 6:00 PM - Lounge Closes
- 6:00 – 8:00 PM: Early Preview Shopping Hour
- 8: 30 AM Lounge Opens
- 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Morning Snacks & Beverage Service
- Granola Bars and Fruit
- 9:00 AM: Early access to the show floor
- Black Lotus to meet in lounge for queuing and escort by Event Staff
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Meet with Wizards of the Coast Staff and Special Guests
- Grab and Go – Snack and Beverage Replenishment
- Chips, Granola Bars, and Fruit
- 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM, room 450b: On-demand Drafts* with Special Guests from
- *Ghirapur Grand Prix draft: Take your places and start your engines! It’s time to race through the multi-verse in a draft featuring Aether Drift, Kaladesh and Amonkhet. Drafts will fire every time we reach 8 players starting at 2:00P PM on Friday. The last draft will fire at 5:30 PM Regardless of the number of participants. There are no pairings or prizes, but don’t miss your chance to play against Wizards for a chance at extra boosters.
- 8: 30 AM: Lounge Opens
- 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Morning Snacks & Beverage Service
- Granola Bars and Fruit
- 9:00 AM: Early access to the show floor
- Black Lotus to meet in lounge for queuing and escort by Event Staff
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Meet with Wizards of the Coast Staff and Special Guests
- Grab and Go – Snack and Beverage Replenishment
- Chips, Granola Bars, and Fruit
- 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, room 450b: WotC casual play design and members of the Commander Format Panel (CFP) present Planechase Unknown*. Commander Deck Needed
- *Planechase Unknown: Inspired by Gavin Verhey’s Unknown sealed event, the Casual Play Design team continues to bring you wacky and fun MagicCon themed Planechase cards. VIPs will each take home 5 assorted playtest planes and a MagicCon themed planar die in addition to getting to play Planechase Commander with the aforementioned groups.
- 8: 30 AM: Lounge Opens
- 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Morning Snacks & Beverage Service
- Granola Bars and Fruit
- 9:00 AM - Early access to the show floor
- Black Lotus to meet in lounge for queuing and escort by Event Staff
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, room 450a: Meet with Wizards of the Coast Staff and Special Guests
- Grab and Go – Snack and Beverage Replenishment
- Chips, Granola Bars, and Fruit
- 1:00 – 5:00 PM, room 450b: Mystery Booster 2 Drafts
- Maximize the Mystery and let chaos reign! Drafts will fire every time we reach 8 players starting at 12:00P PM on Sunday. Drafts will be limited to 2 per person. The last draft will fire at 4:00 PM Regardless of the number of participants. There are no pairings or prizes, but don’t miss your chance to play against Wizards for a chance at extra boosters.
- 3:00 – 4:00 PM, room 450a: Meet and Greet with Wizards of the Coast Events Team
Black Lotus VIP Badge Perks
- Weekend Badge
- Black Lotus Exclusive Lanyard
- 4 Traditional foil Avacyn's Pilgrim Promo Card
- 2 Innistrad Remastered Collector Boosters
- 3 Aetherdrift Collector Boosters
- D&D D20
- MagicCon 2025 Event Exclusive Deck Box + Sleeves
- MagicCon: Chicago Official Pin
- MagicCon: Chicago Staff Trader Pin
- Black Lotus VIP Branded Bag
- Black Lotus Exclusive Playmat
- Black Lotus Exclusive Wearable
- Black Lotus Exclusive Drinkware
- Access to Thursday VIP Experience & Shopping
- Black Lotus Draft Event - Friday
- Black Lotus Commander Unknown Planechase Event - Saturday
- Black Lotus Mystery Booster 2 Draft Event - Sunday
- Black Lotus Progressive Sealed Event - Weekend LongReserved Seating for a Live Commander Game*
- Reserved Seating for D&D Live Game*
- One Hour Early Access to the Show Floor
- Designated VIP line for Show Store
- 10% off Official Show Store merchandise
- Access to VIP Lounge
- Access to Exclusive Opportunities with Magic Personalities
- Access to The Art of Magic
- Access to The D&D Experience
- Access to The Immersive Experience
- Access to The Free Play Area
- Access to The CommandZone
- Access to Creator Central
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the panel/event start time. If you do not arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time, your reserved seat will be released to general attendees, and you forfeit your right to a refund or discount on your badge type. You are not allowed an additional guest. In the event the panel doesn’t take place as scheduled, VIPs shall be provided a reserved seat in another panel to be determined by Management.